Need to present true Islamic ideology before world, says Firdos

ISLAMABAD: Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Information and Broadcasting Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan on Tuesday said we need to present the true Islamic ideology before the world.

Prime Minister Imran Khan has directed that an information and culture policy had been devised by the Government of Pakistan to achieve that goal, she said while talking to media persons in Jeddah.

Firdos Ashiq Awan, who is on a two-day visit to Saudi Arabia to take part in the OIC’s golden jubilee celebrations, said the Islamic countries had strong bonds with one another.

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There was a consensus that the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) should have its own media house or television channel to protect the true Islamic teachings.

After the consultation of all the stakeholders, the idea would be transformed into reality, she further added.

In the year 2020, would be very important for Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. The two countries could collaborate to use the media, arts, films and other sources of information to project the true image of Islam before the world. she said

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She further said that the Pakistan government had planned to introduce a comprehensive policy to promote the tourism industry in the country. Moreover, it was taking steps to help the industry to stand on its own, which was the only solution to eliminate unemployment, she added. There were challenges in that regard, which would be overcome, she said.

The country’s economy, is on the right path and soon positive outcomes would be seen, She further added.